Are economic security and potential job loss concerns stressing you out? Here are some quick tips that can help you manage the uncertainty. Prioritize self-care Engage in activities that promote well-being, such as exercise, healthy eating, and sufficient sleep, as these have a positive impact on mental health. Focus on what you can control During […]
Women are natural caretakers. We show up for our families, friends, coworkers and communities—often at the expense of ourselves. We say yes when we really mean, “I’m exhausted.” We take on extra tasks because we don’t want to let anyone down. And when we finally reach our limit, we wonder why we feel drained, resentful […]
The founders of the Junction Grief Center don’t just sympathize with people who have experienced a loss — they understand them deeply. The center, located in Ocean Springs, opened after Katie Latch and Randi Page lost their husbands in 2021. Amber Carroll, the third member of the founding trio, learned that her son suffered from […]
By Kay Daneault, executive director, Mental Health Association of South Mississippi Many of us start the year with high expectations and make promises we don’t intend to keep. Instead of committing to something drastic, why not take small steps toward a healthier lifestyle and mindset? Here are a few suggestions that may be helpful: 1. Remember […]
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The COVID-19 shutdown disrupted our lives in numerous ways. It upset our routines, delayed our plans and, for many of us, it changed relationships and the way we see ourselves. Some of us had to find new supports in our lives. My hairdresser was one I lost when she went out of business. She understood […]
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Remember our parents telling us to go play outside? I always thought they were just trying to get me out of the house to give themselves some peace and quiet, but it turns out they were setting me up for physical and emotional wellbeing. Studies are now vindicating the moms and dads who sent us […]
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The past two years have been difficult for so many around the world. What a stressful time it has been, filled with worry about a mysterious disease! You can ask 10 people about their COVID experience and get 10 different answers. However, it seems like things are taking a positive turn. So how is mental […]
